Is East Peoria or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Joliet is safer than East Peoria (Safety Score 53/100 vs 26/100), with a total crime rate of 1,595 per 100,000 versus 2,633 for East Peoria — 39% lower. East Peoria has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Joliet has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 6.9x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | East Peoria | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,633.4 | 1,594.6 | +1,038.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 269.7 | 350.0 | -80.3 |
| Murder Rate | 4.6 | 0.0 | +4.6 |
| Rape Rate | 59.4 | 48.5 | +11.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 13.7 | 35.2 | -21.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 187.5 | 266.3 | -78.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,363.6 | 1,244.6 | +1,119.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 480.0 | 389.9 | +90.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,787.6 | 704.0 | +1,083.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 96.0 | 150.8 | -54.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Peoria or Joliet safer?
Joliet is safer with a total crime rate of 1,595 per 100K vs 2,633 for East Peoria — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
East Peoria has a violent crime rate of 269.7 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. East Peoria has lower violent crime.
About East Peoria, IL
East Peoria, a Tazewell County city, sits along the Illinois River. Home to Caterpillar's first factory, it maintains an industrial character and a population of around 23,000 residents. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 21,873, East Peoria has a total crime rate of 2,633.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Joliet, IL
Joliet, a former steel town on the Des Plaines River, boasts the historic Rialto Square Theatre. This city southwest of Chicago has a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic community. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 150,569, Joliet has a total crime rate of 1,594.6 per 100,000 residents.